Winter Breaks in Morocco

Sunshine and Warmth in the Beautiful South

If you fancy escaping the winter weather and contemplating heading for warmer climates, the south of Morocco is just the place. For many of us, tolerating many months of low temperatures, rain and howling wind is just too much and we crave some warmth and sunshine.

So why not take a winter break in Morocco where you can relax in the sunshine and enjoy some spectacular scenery in areas that are 'off the beaten tourist trail'.

For other ideas of great areas to visit during the winter months, please follow the links to the suggested itineraries below:

Visit the two local souks, the Arab craft souk and the Berber market among the best in Morocco, climb the ramparts and take a caleche ride around the city walls at sunset.**

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Take a traditional hammam with the locals or at your accommodation and a henna tattoo.**

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A day excursion to an oasis in the Anti Atlas Mountains or to a High Atlas Mountain village.**

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Transfer to accommodation in the Tafraoute area (3.5 hours). Afternoon gentle walk exploring the Tafraoute area.

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Visit the incredible Blue Rocks (boulders), just 4 km from Tafraoute created by Belgian painter Jean Veran with the help of local firemen and 18 tons of paint, and the fantastic rock formations such as the Lion’s Head and Napoleon’s Hat, prehistoric rock carvings and some of the 26 pretty villages in the Ameln valley.

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Drive south to the beautiful Ait Mansour Gorge for a walk in the palmeraie and a picnic lunch.

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Transfer to Agadir (3.5 hours) for flight home. If flight departures are early, best to return to Taroudant the night before.

Pricing: Based on 2 persons sharing (B&B), including return transfers to Agadir airport, excl. flights, stayingat Palais Oumensour (Taroudant) and Kasbah Chez Amaliya(Tafraoute)- budget accommodation. ** Optional extras which are not included in the price but can be requested. Price varies by room,season and exchange rate.Days 5-8 arepriced for a chauffeur driven trip with vehicle/driver/fuel but we can also offer a self-drive option.

Option 2: Taroudant Winter Retreat & Spa

We recommend 5 nights to have time to relax, visit Taroudant & an excursion or two, for example:

Relax by the pool or treat yourself to a Hammam & Massage at the onsite spa, afternoon at your leisure.**

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A day excursion to an oasis in the Anti Atlas Mountains .**

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Visit the two local souks, the Arab craft souk and the Berber market among the best in Morocco (transport required)**

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A half day excursion to a High Atlas Mountain village. Afternoon at leisure.**

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Transfer to Agadir (1 hour) for flight home.

Pricing: Based on 2 persons sharing (B&B- option of Half Board also available), including return transfers to Agadir airport, excl. flights, stayingat Dar Zitoune (Taroudant). ** Optional extras which are not included in the price but can be requested. Price varies by room,season and exchange rate.

Location

Taroudant

Taroudant is a “Little Marrakech” due to the backdrop of the High Atlas Mountains and its red town walls, which are more complete than those of any other Moroccan town. This Berber market town is little frequented by tourists, providing an authentic experience of everyday life and is an ideal base from which to explore Berber countryside.

Tafraoute

Tafraoute is a small town in a breathtaking setting of the boulder strewn pink hued mountains of the Anti Atlas. It is accessed by winding, scenic mountain roads from the Atlantic coast or from Taroudant and Agadir to the north.

The Anti-AtlasMountains

The most distinct and varied of the Atlas mountain ranges provides an important barrier against the Sahara which lies to its south. This mountain area offers spectacular landscapes, fantastic walking, a tempting climate and a legendary welcome from the local Berbers.

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